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When to Make Fast Decisions

Productivity Self-leadership

When to Make Fast Decisions

Being a good decision-maker sometimes involves knowing when to make fast decisions – thus effectively managing time constraints.

Competencies of Emotional Intelligence

Leadership Self-leadership

Competencies of Emotional Intelligence

We all know emotional intelligence (or EQ) matters. But what does it really mean to be emotionally intelligent?

A New Take on Decision-making

Self-leadership

A New Take on Decision-making

Good decision-making involves knowing when NOT to make a decision that will probably turn out badly. How do you know when that’s the case?

How to Break a Habit with Behavior Design

Productivity Self-leadership Wellbeing

How to Break a Habit with Behavior Design

Struggling to break a habit that’s not serving your goals? Try this research-backed approach instead.

How Long Does It Take to Form a New Habit?

Productivity Self-leadership

How Long Does It Take to Form a New Habit?

How long does it take to form new habit? 21 days? Longer? It turns out that habits develop as a function of frequency (and the complexity of the task), rather than time.

Does IQ Predict Success in Life?

Leadership Self-leadership Relationships

Does IQ Predict Success in Life?

IQ is one predictor of success but not the only one. IQ matters, but so does EQ (Emotional Intelligence). Here’s why.

Three Myths and Truths About Habits and Goals

Productivity Self-leadership

Three Myths and Truths About Habits and Goals

Have you come across conflicting advice about habits and goals? Let’s set the record straight by exploring three common myths and truths.

Three Surprising Truths About Decision Making

Self-leadership

Three Surprising Truths About Decision Making

Are smarter people more rational? Do perfect decisions exist? Are good decisions based on luck? Read on for surprising truths about decision making. 

Resilience: What It Is, What It Is Not, and Why It Matters

Mental Health Self-leadership Wellbeing

Resilience: What It Is, What It Is Not, and Why It Matters

Much is said about resilience. But what is it? What is it not? And why should it matter to you?

Fixed and Growth Mindsets: What Are Yours?

Productivity Self-leadership

Fixed and Growth Mindsets: What Are Yours?

Adopting growth (instead of fixed) mindsets can improve your work and personal life.

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